VIDEO: Red-star Soviet tanks appear in the heart of Budapest

red-star Soviet tanks in Budapest Mayday

Anyone who passed by Heroes’ Square over the weekend must have been surprised to see red flags strung from the lampposts and red-star Soviet tanks marching near the square. Yes, another film production has transported Budapest back to the communist era.

There is no need to worry – the Russians have not returned. Thankfully, it is just the adventure film *Mayday* being shot in the Hungarian capital.

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This event could be of particular interest to enthusiasts of old Soviet tanks. Despite their age, the military equipment on display was in excellent condition. The display included T-54/55 Soviet tanks, at least one T-72A, a KUB air defence system, a BTR-60 armoured personnel carrier and some Ural and ZISz-150 / ZIL-164 trucks towing a BUK anti-aircraft missile. A Topol ballistic missile was also part of the arsenal behind the erected pavilion, according to portfolio.hu.

The exact origins of the red-star Soviet tanks and other combat vehicles are unknown; however, companies in the US and Hungary stock dozens of military and replica vehicles specifically for filmmakers.

Watch the video of the combat vehicles, made by a Hungarian blogger:

Red-star Soviet tanks in Budapest – VIDEO:

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